Christmas

Syrian Christians attend Christmas mass for first time since fall of Assad

Christians in Syria remain unconvinced by HTS's al-Julani's assurances of safety and religious freedom.

By REUTERS
24/12/2024

American Airlines grounds all US flights on busy Christmas Eve

American has not provided a timetable for resolving the issue but was telling passengers on social media platform X to direct-message them to deal with ticketing issues and transfers.

By REUTERS
24/12/2024

Netanyahu wishes Christians worldwide a Merry Christmas from the holy land

"At a time when Israel is fighting on seven fronts, we deeply appreciate the steadfast support of our Christian friends around the world," Netanyahu said.

What Christmas celebrations can teach Jews about observing Hanukkah

Christmas celebrations were a staple of my childhood and shaped my Jewish identity in ways I didn’t fully understand at the time.

By RABBI ADINA ALLEN/JTA
23/12/2024

Where was Jesus Christ buried? A look at the possible tombs in Jerusalem

The place where Jesus was buried and resurrected is a location of great theological significant. In Jerusalem, three places claim to be where Jesus Christ was buried.

22/12/2024

Ho ho ho: Asteroid the size of nine reindeer to pass by Earth on Christmas - NASA

An asteroid the size of around nine reindeer - coincidentally, how many reindeer Santa Claus supposedly uses - is set to pass by the Earth on Christmas.

22/12/2024

No Cosmic Grinch: Asteroid 2024 XN1 to pass safely by Earth on Christmas Eve

NASA is set to track a sizable near-Earth object, asteroid 2024 XN1, which is expected to pass relatively close to Earth on December 24.

Ramada Olivié Nazareth embraces the holiday spirit

This year’s festivities hold special significance, coinciding with a recent Israel-Lebanon ceasefire that has brought a renewed sense of hope and unity to the city’s Christian community.

By TALY SHARON
22/12/2024

Top 10 reasons to leave the house: December 20-29

Fun events to take part in throughout Israel in the coming week.

By NERIA BARR
21/12/2024

Saudi Arabia warned Germany ahead of Christmas market ramming, source claims

German reports claim that the driver was a man from Saudi Arabia and is approximately 50 years old.

20/12/2024
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